which require individuals to be in an upright position.
Clinical Recommendations
Improved reach and vision make it possible to be closer to higher placed objects and to view the items at the same height.
In addition, a reduced need for over-shoulder reaching could also lessen the risk of shoulder pain or injuries.
Power Standing Wheelchairs
Power standing increases the ability to independently move into and out of a standing position, complete tasks while standing, drive while standing and enables the user to sustain a standing regimen.
Power standing enhances independent ADL participation
Power standing enhances participation in personal/medical care tasks
Power standing can enhance participation in leisure activities
Power standing increases functional reach
Power standing facilitates communication
User Benefits
Able to stand and sit independently, the user benefits from an improved ability to take part in ADLs, and carry out personal and medical care, along with improved functional reach and communication.
1. Ease of ADLs
Standing enables the user to carry out ADLs and personal care, while improved functional reach reduces the risk of pain or injury
Standing may enable an increase in participation in ADL activities
2. Ability to join group activities
Through the ability to stand and sit independently, the user is able to join in with group activities and communicate with peers at a standing level
